Relates to compensation of individuals appointed by the court as court evaluators in guardianship matters

This bill amends New York's mental hygiene law to clarify how court evaluators in guardianship cases are compensated. It specifies that courts may award reasonable payment to these evaluators (including the mental hygiene legal service) from the petitioner, the person alleged to be incapacitated, or their estate, depending on the case outcome. If a petition is denied or the person dies before a decision, the court can still order payment from the petitioner or the estate. The change ensures consistent rules for covering evaluator costs in guardianship proceedings, directly affecting courts, petitioners, and individuals involved in guardianship cases.